Jesus is behind all I do as a photographer. I feel the Lord reveals Himself to me through His nature and feel this is a gift that allows me to see the raw beauty of creation through His eyes. He even allowed me to photograph two miracles at once! To view this amazing photograph, go to my "About Judy" page.

My favorite subject to photograph is bears, but I also love to photograph all wildlife, flowers, and birds—especially hummingbirds:) I also created the Hummingbird Trail at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. I've taught a class about hummingbirds and the trail, and I have also lead Hummingbird Trail walks:)

I moved to Knoxville, Tennessee from Athens, Georgia a year ago. I love photographing Tennessee's wildlife and landscapes!

Reptiles + Amphibians

Reptiles and amphibians aren't my favorite subjects to photograph, but I like frogs!

Hues of the Season
Many years ago, while at Berry College, a friend and I went to the Old Mill towards the back of their beautiful campus. It was my first time seeing the mill. We found a frog in the pond. He was cooperating and being still while we photographed him. Step by step, I moved around to get the beautiful autumn colors reflected in the pond. I had to be careful–one wrong step and my camera equipment or I could end up in the pond. I am happy we found him! Location: Rome, Georgia
Under the Petal
While I was at the Botanic Park on Grand Cayman, I was photographing a flower when I noticed this Cuban bullfrog trying to take a nap under the safety of the flower’s petals. It took forever to get the final image I wanted. The top petal, which was folded on top of him, kept falling down when I lifted it. He was probably terrified! I am very thankful for what the Lord shows me or brings to me. I can’t wait to see what He has in store!
On the Brink
A friend and I enjoyed photographing this green tree frog at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. He steadied himself on the edge of this leaf. I could tell he was going to jump, but he was kind enough to pose and let us take lots of photographs. Location: Athens, Georgia
Face To ‘Face'
After taking this shot of an alligator, I realized I was a little too close! I photographed this alligator with a 400mm lens and cropped a tad to straighten the photograph.

Stuck on You
This yellow-bellied slider turtle appears to be stuck on this log.
Hidden?
Did this frog think he was hidden under the duckweed at Callaway Gardens?
In Disguise
This alligator was "In Disguise" at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens in Charleston, South Carolina.
Elusive
This green tree frog was "elusive" and was hard to photograph where I wanted him. Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Upon A Closer Look
"Upon A Closer Look" at these baby alligator's teeth, I think I should have stayed a little farther back.

Wildlife and Nature Photography

Reptiles + Amphibians